Color can be a helpful visual cue, but when it’s the only way information is communicated, that information becomes inaccessible to many people. For example, users with color-vision differences (such as red-green color blindness), low vision, partial sight, limited display capabilities, or those printing content in black and white may not be able to perceive color differences at all. What […]
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has finalized new requirements under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that apply to public universities. These rules require that digital content — including websites, documents, videos, online forms, and course materials — be accessible to people with disabilities. Key Compliance Deadline: April 24, 2026By this date, our digital content must […]
As we prepare to launch Accessibility+ in D2L Brightspace, faculty are encouraged to participate in upcoming training opportunities beginning as early as this week. Below is an overview of the updated timeline, training options, and available support resources. Timeline Training Sessions Training is jointly provided by the Online Learning team and MinnState’s NED, covering both Accessibility+ functionality and general digital […]
D2L has expanded its Accessibility Lab, an online resource that helps educators and course designers learn how to create accessible, inclusive learning content using its Brightspace platform. The Lab is a hands-on Brightspace course within the Accessibility Academy, open to community members who register for access. The online Lab guides users through accessibility principles and real assistive technologies across three […]
MSUM employees are invited to participate in the No Mouse Challenge—a quick activity that helps build awareness of digital accessibility. For 15 minutes, try completing everyday computer tasks using only your keyboard. This simple exercise shows what our digital content is like for people who can’t use a mouse, including many users with disabilities or assistive technology. After trying the […]